San Jose, CA

Human nature bewilders my mind. There were a lot of mashed thoughts today as a friend and I went around to do errands in San Jose, California. Most of the day was spent dealing with people that were struggling today. People that a lot of Silicon Valley residents seem to have written off as bad products or a waste of time.

My neighbor is one of those people. We first arrived at Operation Share to obtain some groceries that would allow the family to stretch their monthly paycheck. Even thought it was one line, I could see little bundles of nationality forming.

It’s almost as if you could see what they were thinking in their eyes. The energy seemed to be that if the person was white and had a vehicle then they didn’t need help providing groceries for their family.

Our next stop was to Sacred Heart. My neighbor needed to find some clothes for interviews. I really am not a busy body who likes to get into peoples business but I just couldn’t believe what I was hearing behind me.

A man and woman behind me had the nerve to talk about how two other cultures were ruining it for the people of California and the city of San Jose.

Are people that dense? Can they actually stand in the halls of a social organization (free food and clothing) and blame another culture for the financial problems in their life?

I wanted to turn around and say “Hello! Maybe that’s one of the reasons why so many people are struggling in San Jose, California.” Any person that points a finger has to look at the three that are cupped and pointing right back at themselves.

I’m sorry this turned out to be more of a rant than a story about San Jose, California. I just feel that people could spend more time doing something about their lives than standing and talking about how someone else is ruining it.

If food and clothing is what you seek. Check out these three different locations:

Operation Share – Heart of the Valley Baptist Church
1397 W. Hedding Street, San Jose California
408-243-5985
Please call to find out when the organization gives out food at the beginning of the month.

Sacred Heart Community Services
1381 S. 1st Street, San Jose California
(408) 278-2160

This organization provides food, clothing, referrals to housing, tools to find employment, child services, and English as a second language classes.

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About Atlanta

A new year is almost here. I’m sure a lot of San Jose, California residents are glad that 2007 is soon to be over and looking forward to the future.

Though I don’t think that people should push 2007 out of their minds so soon. There is always something we can learn from the past.

Police Are Not Perfect
This year we are reminded that even the SJPD isn’t perfect. Officer Fidel Gurrero is on Administrative leave and under investigation.

I’m not surprised I’ve seen Officers in squad cars do some crazy things on the road but driving the wrong way on Hwy 17 just takes the cake.
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I’ve been lucky to see two new movies this week instead of watching it on DVD. Don’t get me wrong, I love the DVD’s that come to my mailbox every day via Netflix but there is just something about a night out on the town and going to the movies.

The first movie was my honey’s choice and he wanted to go see ‘The Golden Compass’. After all the poking that my Christian family members gave me, I have to say that I enjoyed the movie.

Sure the books that ‘The Golden Compass’ is based off of might be anti-Christian and I can understand the concern of people thinking that kids will want to read the books after they see the movie but it’s a fun movie.

I was able to pick the second movie and after watching ‘The Omega Man” with Charlton Heston, I wanted to see if Will Smith could top it. You may not agree but my vote has to go with Will Smith.

I was a little disappointed with the whole monster concept and design. The infected just seemed like zombies on Meth. When we finally get to see a close up it looks like Tatopoulos Studios mixed a little I, Robot movement with Resident Evil and The Mummy facial features to create the beast.

It just takes away from the movie when you can see features of other movies in current film characters.

Okay, enough ragging on films. Here are some new films that can be found downtown!

Charlie Wilson’s War

National Treasure: Book Of Secrets
I have to admit that I have been waiting and waiting for this to be released.

P.S. I Love You
This would be something my honey would so do. Hell I’m crying already.

Sweeney Todd

Walk Hard

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I don’t care what some people say in San Francisco, California. San Jose, California is a city. Yes, you guessed it. I’m tired of people saying, “I don’t know where anything is around here, I’m from the city.” What the?

To prove that we are a city, here are some things going on at our convention center, theaters, HP Pavilion, art museum, and more.

Voices In Harmony
The California Theater will be host to Northern California’s Premiere Men’s A Cappella Chorus on Sunday December 16 2007. You can listen to a collection of their musical pursuits here.
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The thought is definitely interesting. This morning I woke up to an article in The New York Times about a man who has a different job every week.

Now Sean Aiken has the life and I could see myself doing that. At least some form of having several jobs during the year.

So why is Sean Aiken taking on 52 jobs? He was a little dismayed about his father not being passionate about the job he has been at for over thirty years. So Mr. Aiken set out to find the perfect job and to find himself.

I then I said to my self “What if all the people in San Jose, California were like Sean?” Instead of applying for jobs in Corporations and businesses people would advertise their skills and accomplishments.
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Sorry for dropping the ball around Veterans day. I was really looking forward to finding Veterens around San Jose, California and celebrating with words. Especially the United States Marine Corp which I hear celebrated their Birthday recently.

About San Jose
I’ll be visiting six new San Jose locations. Plus I’ll have six full days of events and fun for the whole family.

Talking About San Jose
I’ll be writing about the community, culture and society of San Jose, California. Come join me and give your 2 cents.

Movie Review
I’ll be giving my review of several movies in the box office and on DVD. I know there has to be movie lovers out there like me. This week we have Jack, Wild Hogs, Vacancy, Failure To Launch, The Seven Ups, Live Free or Die Hard, The Invisible, and Pan’s Labyrinth.

I’ll also let you know what will be coming out on DVD this week and hopefully obtain some good video feed.

30 days of stocking stuffers
It’s 30 days of interesting places around San Jose, California to get stocking stuffers for Christmas. I’ll give you suggestions for moms, dads, kids and more!

Free Friday
I’ll be opening up the contest crate to see who is giving away free stuff, having contests, and giving away prizes. It will also be time to announce what reader will be receiving a crisp $20 from us.

Chatting about The Biggest Loser
Tomorrow I’ll be catching up on NBC’s The Biggest Loser. We’ll see if all my exercise has dropped the scale a few pounds. I don’t know about you but I can’t wait until the finale and I’m crossing my fingers that someone from San Jose, California will be on next year.

Anyone have a video camera so I can apply?

Twisted Thumbs
I’ll let you know about a few online and downloadable games.

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I love art and just want to take a moment to tell you about a few of the artist that will be showing exhibits at Works/San Jose. Works is inviting us to “feel the difference” in a Cultural Branding Remix.

Paulette Peterson Installation Space Rededication - October 5
The exhibition of Chris Elliman, Jano Cortijo, Binh Danh, Ala Ebtekar, Amir Fallah, Juan Luna-Avin, and Angelica Muro artwork will be on display throughout the month of October.

Jano Cortijo is a video artist that works with Roddy Schrock to create interesting
Video collaborations
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On October 5th, there will be a rededication of the Paulette Peterson Installation Space from 7p.m. till late. This is an interactive display of art on social stereotypes.
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The holiday season is coming. Soon Halloween, Thanksgiving, and Christmas will be here!

How about a free Caramel Apple, Apple Pie, or Snowberry Pine candle to light up the holidays. I will be giving a reader a free jar candle in their scent of their choosing.

I have over 100 scents to choose from. Visit my site, choose your scent, email your information to me at catherine@glowingwyck.com, and one of you will be a winner each month!
Let me know if you have a blog too because I love reading other peoples work!

October is a busy month! We have Domestic Violence Awareness, Breast Cancer Awareness and Halloween! Buy any product from Glowing Wyck and I will donate my profit! That’s right any profit that I make will go to a Domestic Violence organization, Breast Cancer organization, and Enviromental organization in San Jose, California.

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It’s almost the weekend, which means movie theaters around San Jose will be switching to fresh new releases. Here is the line-up for several theaters around San Jose, California. Don’t forget to check out the Youtube clips!

The Tech Museum IMAX Theater
Along with outstanding biological and ecological films, you can catch some of the mainstream movies. Harry Potter V is still available in full IMAX magnitude.

“Wired to Win” will be replacing Harry Potter V on Saturday. “Wired to Win” is a biological look at the brain during the amazing 21 day feat of Tour de France. It’s amazing how much an organ like the brain controls during such extreme effort and challenge.

India Movie Center 6
” Meera Madhava Raghava ” is a Kannada movie staring Thilak, Diganth, Ramya, and Tejaswi.

“Hallo” is a Malayalam movie staring Mohanlal, Parvathy Melton, Jagadi, Madhu,Salim Kumar, Siddhique

Camera 12 Cinemas
Camera 12 Cinemas is adding December Boys, The Kingdom, King of California, and Trade to their lineup. Be sure to check out 3:10 to Yuma and The Brave One before they have to leave.
http://www.about-sanjoseca.com/san-jose-ca-movie-openings-9707/

Out of the four, I’ll be going to see The Kingdom and Trade. I would go see King of California just to watch Michael Douglas be a goofball but the trailers just do not get my attention.
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Benny Hinn Crusades September 27 – 29th
Benny Hinn is providing a free Christian service and concert for Bay Area residents.

Benny Hinn is a faith healer who broadcasts his ministry every day on several affiliates every day. When Benny Hinn is not on television, he travels around the world healing people and spreading the gospel of Jesus Christ.

Sharks VS Calgary September 29th
The San Jose Sharks are on the ice again! This week they face the Calgary Flames.
The San Jose Sharks in the top five of the Western Conference with 51 wins and 26 loses.

Will San Jose be able to make this # 52 against the Flames or will the ice be melting around the sharks? The Sharks won 4-1 last December against the Flames. I know NHL fans will be cheering The Sharks on to do the same Saturday

Don’t forget to visit The San Jose Sharks website for the ultimate fan package.

You’ll have the chance to win 4 tickets to opening night, a behind the scene tour of the tank, dinner at the Press Room, 4 replica jerseys, 4 t-shirts, and 4 hats!

Marco Solis September 30th
Marco Antonio Solis will be finishing the week with his hot concert at the Pavilion.
I’m sure that fans will be screaming while Marco serenades them with tracks from e5 and his other great albums.

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Save The Trees
The City of San Jose would like your input about tree preservation policies and services. You’ll be able to speak your mind on the proposed Tree Preservation Work Plan.

The first meeting is Wednesday, September 12, from 6pm to 9pm. This meeting will take place at the Rose Garden Branch Library. 1580 Naglee Avenue, San Jose, California

Opera Lucia di Lammermoor
Opera San Jose will be presenting Lucia di Lammermoor at the California Theater till September 23rd, 2007. The California Theater is located at 345 S. First Street, San Jose, CA 95113.

You can call (800) San-Jose for more information or visit their website.

Lucia di Lammermoor is based on Sir Walter Scott’s The Bride of Lammermoor. Lucia di Lammermoor is a story of love and betrayal set in a majestic castle, forest, and deathly graveyard.
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3:10 To Yuma
3:10 to Yuma is current adaptation of a great western by Elmore Leonard. It’s a battle of might and wit as a rancher is given the responsibility to bring an outlaw to justice.

I’m excited about watching 3:10 to Yuma. Russell Crowe has been a favorite Actor since he showed up on the big screen in the staring role as Maximus .

Shoot Em’ Up
Clive Owen is all anger and bullets in the role of Mr. Smith. A man that has made it his duty to save a newborn child that everyone wants dead. Most critics are calling it a witless hyperactive trigger-happy blowout of a movie.

India Movie Center 6
Hudugatta – Kannada
Allare Allari - Telugu
Ram Gopal
Varma Ki Aag - Hindi
Yamadonga - Telugu
www.imc6.com/santa.shtml

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Downtown San Jose, California has the solution for homelessness. Employ the homeless for the “Clean Team” Which I think is a great idea. On Santa Clara and first there are nearly 10 – 20 homeless people hanging out with nothing to do. Why not give them the opportunity to clean up the city that they live in and earn a way at the same time.

The San Jose Downtown Association will employ Ambassadors that will direct people to stores, restaurants, and current events. The Ambassadors will be trained in CPR and will be constantly connected to the San Jose Police Department via radio.

Though I have to agree with a writer for The Metro. The San Jose Downtown Association needs to train them in more than CPR and business locations. Ambassadors also need to be trained in community, languages and history of San Jose.
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That’s right it’s Thursday at the Tank! So what exactly going on at the HP Pavilion. Sorry, no San Jose Shark news to report yet but there are still some great things going on at The Tank.

Justin Timberlake - September 12th
Justin Timberlake will be here to shake things up and promote his new album.

American Metal and Iron Fight Night at the Tank - September 13
Jesus “Chuy” Rodriguez And Eloy Perez battle it out! Jose Celaya will be headlining at The Tank!

Freestyle Explosion - September 15th
Come listen to Stevie B, Expose, Trinere, Company B, and more. Talk about bringing back memories!

Marco Antonio Solis - September 30th
Marco Antonio Solis will be swooning all the ladies at HP! Here he is performing MAS QUE TU AMIGO

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History 101
Historical Things about San Jose, California

Fashion Fix
New Styles Of San Jose & Where to get them

Blog Love
Some of my favorite blogs!

Monday Movie Madness
DVD & Movie reviews around the world

Tech Tuesdays
Technological gadgets for any guy or gal

Wacky Wednesday
Wacky things found on the web or in San Jose, California

Tank Thursdays
What’s going on at The Tank!

Free Fridays
Where to get free stuff, prizes and gifts

Sexy Saturdays
Sexy People of San Jose or maybe a celebrity or two

Service Sunday
Faith relations going on in San Jose, California

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